License plate efficiency bill advances in Alabama House committee
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WBMA) — Legislation aimed at modernizing Alabama's license plate replacement schedule has advanced in the House State Government Committee. Sponsored by Rep. Russell Bedsole, House Bill 256 seeks to extend the minimum validity period for motor vehicle license plate designs from five years to ten...
Businesses announced for Merry Corners in Pike Road
The names of the businesses coming to a new shopping center in Pike Road have been released. Pike Road Town Councilwoman Mim Whatley posted the names of 11 of the 12 businesses that will soon call Merry Corners home. Merry Corners sits at the corner of Pike Road and Vaughn Road across from the Publix shopping center.
Alabama parents voice DHR frustrations at public meeting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Emotional, personal pleas came from parents calling for reform at the Alabama Department of Human Resources, a system they believe has failed them. The department’s quarterly public meeting put them face-to-face with those who have the power to enact change. “We have experienced repeated...
ADOC canine alert leads to arrest of Alabama prison employee on contraband charge
A Fountain Correctional Facility employee was arrested January 21 on promoting prison contraband charges, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections. Public Information Manager Kelly Betts said Donniquia Grace was arrested and charged with promoting prison contraband III and use of her position for personal...
State of emergency declared for 19 AL counties ahead of winter storm
Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday declared a state of emergency for 19 northern Alabama counties ahead of a potentially dangerous winter storm this weekend. The proclamation, which takes effect immediately, allows state agencies to pre-position resources and respond quickly as conditions develop. Why did Gov. Kay Ivey...
Roads begin to close across North Alabama due to winter weather
Agencies across North Alabama have started announcing road closures due to icy conditions.
The Small-Town Restaurant In Alabama Where Your Barbecue Dreams Come True
Sometimes the most extraordinary culinary experiences come in the most unassuming packages, and Archibald’s in Northport, Alabama, is the living, smoking proof of that philosophy. When you’re driving through Northport, you might cruise right past this modest cinderblock building if you’re not paying attention – and...
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Closings, cancellations and delays
Some school systems are making changes to their schedules for Monday due to the winter weather threat and the expected bitterly cold temperatures. Some school systems say they will wait until Sunday before making a decision about Monday. Stay with Action 8 News for the latest closings, cancellations and delays....
Alabama Lawmaker Proposes Bill Targeting Deceptive AI-Generated Media
Artificial intelligence continues to advance at a rapid pace, offering new tools and opportunities that could greatly benefit society. However, lawmakers are increasingly concerned about how the technology can also be misused—particularly when it is used to create deceptive media that can embarrass individuals or...
Alabama placed under an extreme cold watch Monday
On Friday at 3:15 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an extreme cold watch valid for Monday between midnight and 10 a.m. for Marion, Lamar, Fayette, Winston, Walker, Blount, Etowah, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Pickens, Tuscaloosa, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Talladega, Clay, Randolph, Sumter, Greene, Hale,...
